Weather Alert in New York
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 3 at 12:59AM EST until March 3 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
AREAS AFFECTED: Chautauqua; Cattaraugus; Allegany
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Light freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations less than one tenth of an inch. * WHERE...The western Southern Tier. * WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. The greatest risk of freezing rain will be during the morning through midday hours. * IMPACTS...A few slick spots are possible on untreated roads, sidewalks, and parking lots. The hazardous conditions may impact the Tuesday morning commute.
INSTRUCTION: Periods of freezing rain may result in a few slick spots on untreated roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. Roads that appear to be just wet may in fact be icy. Submit ice reports through our website or social media.
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Weather Topic: What are Nimbostratus Clouds?
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A nimbostratus cloud is similar to a stratus cloud in its formless,
smooth appearance. However, a nimbostratus cloud is darker than a stratus cloud,
because it is thicker.
Unlike a stratus cloud, a nimbostratus cloud typically brings with it the threat
of moderate to heavy precipitation. In some cases, the precipitation may evaporate
before reaching the ground, a phenomenon known as virga.
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Weather Topic: What is Rain?
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Precipitation in the form of water droplets is called rain.
Rain generally has a tendency to fall with less intensity over a greater period
of time, and when rainfall is more severe it is usually less sustained.
Rain is the most common form of precipitation and happens with greater frequency
depending on the season and regional influences. Cities have been shown to have
an observable effect on rainfall, due to an effect called the urban heat island.
Compared to upwind, monthly rainfall between twenty and forty miles downwind of
cities is 30% greater.
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